named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Artist-in-Residence Program
Offers 1- or 2-week residencies with 24/7 studio access, technical support, and exhibition opportunities; includes a $100 security deposit and a fee structure of $245 (1 week) or $490 (2 weeks)
Exhibition Program
Hosts approximately six annual exhibitions featuring member artists, student work from Cornell and Ithaca College, and themed group shows; provides gallery space and exposure for emerging and established printmakers
Kahn Family Fellowship
Year-long fellowship providing a $2,000 stipend, full studio access, and a solo exhibition; supports a printmaker or book artist in creating a new body of work while engaging with the shop’s operations
Olive Branch Press
Professional press that produces and publishes limited-edition prints and artist books in collaboration with invited artists such as Buzz Spector, Kay WalkingStick, and Kumi Korf; editions are collected by institutions like the Getty Research Institute and Tate Modern
Workshops and Classes
Offers hands-on instruction in printmaking techniques such as monotype, screen printing, and cyanotype for adults and children; includes semester-long courses, summer camps, and family workshops
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 3 activities
- Host annual and rotating exhibitionsOrganizes approximately six exhibitions annually, including a members' show, group exhibitions, and solo presentations such as the “I See You 2026” student showcase, providing opportunities for member and student artists to display their work.
- Host artist talks and educational eventsHosts the “Talk Print” series and other educational events where artists present and discuss their creative processes, fostering public engagement with print and book arts.
- Host pop-up studios and special eventsOrganizes temporary events such as pop-up studios and print sales, including a May–June 2026 event featuring artists Julianne Hunter and Judy Barringer during a studio transition period.
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Community Art Education Workshops 3 activities
- Offer printmaking and bookmaking workshopsOffers workshops in printmaking and bookbinding techniques for artists and community members, including multi-day case-bound bookbinding workshops and trace monotype printmaking sessions, with flexible scheduling across semesters and summer intensives.
- Operate open access printmaking and book arts studioProvides year-round access to a fully equipped printmaking studio with 24/7 access for members and residents, supervised open hours, and studio facilities located in the Community School of Music and Arts Building.
- Support artist-led workshops and servicesEnables member and resident artists to lead workshops and offer technical printing services, expanding educational offerings and peer-based learning within the printmaking community.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Administer artist residencies and fellowshipsOffers a year-long fellowship and Artist-in-Residence program providing 24-hour studio access, exhibition opportunities, and website exposure; includes the Kahn Family Fellowship and requires a donated print from each resident artist.
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Artist Support Grants 1 activity
- Award annual fellowship grantsFunds an annual Fellowship Grant that provides a $2,000 stipend and full-year studio access to support a printmaker or book artist in creating a new body of work.
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Artist and Curatorial Publications 1 activity
- Produce and publish artist prints and booksOperates Olive Branch Press to produce professional editions of hand-printed prints and artist books through collaborations with invited artists, distributing publications to major institutional collections including Cornell University and the British Library.
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Arts and Cultural Workforce Training 1 activity
- Provide internships and volunteer opportunitiesOffers 3- to 5-month internships for college students and engages volunteers to support exhibition setup, Gallery Night, and special events, contributing to organizational operations and capacity.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$7K
Contributions & grants$3K44%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$4K56%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$39K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$38K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$30K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$30K
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue -91.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 8
- CRAIG MAINS — DIRECTOR
- DAVID TODD — BOARD MEMBER
- DEB DUDICK — BOARD MEMBER
- EVAN WILLIAMS — BOARD MEMBER
- GREG PAGE — BOARD MEMBER
- JARI POULIN — BOARD MEMBER
- JENNIFER GIOFFRE TODD — BOARD MEMBER
- JENNY POPE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- British Library Partner — Holds Olive Branch Press publications in its collection.
- CSMA Bldg. Partner — Hosts The Ink Shop Printmaking Center on the 2nd floor of its building.
- City of Ithaca Government — Located in Ithaca, NY, where the organization benefits from and contributes to the local cultural ecosystem recognized for food and arts.
- Community School of Music and Arts Partner — Shares building space with the Community School of Music and Arts, hosting its studio on the second floor.
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborates on the "I See You" exhibition to showcase student printmakers.
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborative connection through founding member Greg Page and the legacy of the original Olive Press established at Cornell in the 1980s.
- Fred Madden Partner — Funder of the Fred Madden Fellowship program at The Ink Shop Printmaking Center
- Getty Research Institute Partner — Includes Olive Branch Press publications in its collection.
- Ithaca Artists Market Partner — Collaborates with the Ithaca Artists Market through volunteer support.
- Ithaca College Partner — Collaborates on the "I See You" exhibition to showcase student printmakers.
- Kahn Family Funder — Provides partial funding for the annual Fellowship Grant.
- Olive Branch Press Partner — Collaborates on print sales and provides discounts on prints, paper, and books to members.
- Olive Branch Press Partner — Olive Branch Press is a publishing arm of The Ink Shop Printmaking Center that produces prints and artist books by invited artists.
- Tate Modern Gallery Library Partner — Holds Olive Branch Press publications in its library collection.
- Yale University Library Partner — Includes Olive Branch Press publications in its library holdings.
- Zolla-Lieberman Gallery Partner — Hosts Olive Branch Press publications in its collection.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Artist-Run Community Studio Modelmethodology: artist-run community studioBy operating an artist-run, open-access studio, we foster peer-driven learning and increase public engagement with print and book arts because shared stewardship and hands-on access empower both emerging and established artists to innovate and teach collectively.
- Community-Based Arts Education as Public Engagementmethodology: community arts education and outreachBy offering workshops, gallery talks, and community classes, we increase public understanding of fine art printmaking because experiential learning and direct interaction with artists demystify the medium and build broader cultural appreciation.
- Craft-Integrated Archival Practice for Empowermentmethodology: craft-integrated archival practiceBy teaching bookbinding as an integrative craft that combines design and archival function, we empower individuals to preserve and share their work because the act of constructing durable, meaningful objects fosters agency and narrative ownership.
- International Artist Exchange to Expand Artistic Practicemethodology: international artist exchangeBy collaborating with U.S. and international print studios through residencies, publications, and workshops, we deepen artistic development and broaden public engagement because cross-cultural exchange introduces new techniques, perspectives, and audiences to printmaking.